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MacArthur's Ballroom at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort

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Manor Cir, Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

4.5 (1977)
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Space ID: 15861
Steeped in heritage and rich charm, the MacArthur’s Ballroom is heralded as the largest of the meetings and events rooms and is located on the lower level of The Woolshed. With its magnificent chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling French windows offering endless natural light, and exclusive areas for pre-dinner drinks and reception, the MacArthur’s Ballroom is one of Queensland’s most dynamic conference venues. You will have complete reign over flexibility with the ballroom’s ability to transform into three separate, pillar-less rooms, offering up to 6 configurations for any use.

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4.5 (1977)
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Packages, Menus & Offers

Please note, that pricing and inclusions may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the listing prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.


Room Layouts & Capacity

Boardroom80
Cluster80
Theatre500
Classroom250
Standing400
U Shape80
Banquet300
Cabaret240

Amenities & Extras

$= Additional Cost

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab$
Coffee / Tea
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering$

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone$
Projector$
Speakers$
Stage
TV$

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Accommodation$
Air Con
Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
Flip Chart$
Furniture Hire$
Lighting$
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Pens & Paper
Receptionist
Restroom
Room Hire Only
Security$
Smoking Area
Sustainable
Whiteboard$
WiFi

Google iconReviews for InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort

Anna Star

December 16, 2025

Outstanding Service – Veronica Li I would like to take a moment to formally recognise Veronica Li, Supervisor F&B, for her exceptional service during our stay at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove. We have interacted with Veronica on several occasions, and each time she has demonstrated an outstanding level of professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for guests. She consistently puts customers first and ensures that every guest feels welcomed, valued, and well looked after. During an extremely busy weekend with hundreds of dining guests, Veronica handled the pressure with remarkable ease. She remained calm, positive, and attentive throughout, all while maintaining a friendly demeanour and a genuine smile. Her ability to manage high-volume service without compromising on quality or respect for guests is truly impressive. Veronica’s dedication, leadership, and positive attitude significantly enhanced our breakfast experience and reflect the high standards expected of a five-star hotel. She is a true asset to the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove team, and her efforts absolutely deserve recognition. Thank you, Veronica, for making our stay that much more enjoyable.

B J

November 14, 2025

5 star service. Exceptional staff, the grounds are well kept, beautifully appointed rooms and pools clean, different restaurants to choose from casual, fine dining both exceptional. Good family vibe love the beach pool, the kangaroos 🩷 Breaky buffet good assortment of different food, fresh and consistent. Veronica is absolute stand out, her service is first class, we have owned restaurants and cafes for 20 years and I’ve never seen anything like her! Great attitude, attentive, caring and efficient. Thank you for making our stay special. We will be back! Keep up the good work team.

Madaline Captains

November 10, 2025

A Home Away from Home, QLD-Style! As a Sydney-sider who normally runs at a frantic pace, the InterContinental QLD staff forced me to stop, relax, and operate purely on 'Queensland time'—and I am so grateful they did! This hotel isn't just a luxury stay; it has a beautiful, genuine community vibe. From the moment we hit the breakfast area after the first night, we were family. The absolute dream team of Veronica, Sophie, Jube, and Trisha knew us by name, always greeted us with a warm chat, and cleared our plates before we even had a chance to wonder where to put them. And the coffee! Evylin is the barista you wish you could smuggle home. Her personalised coffee orders were always perfect. The breakfast experience was topped off by Chef Quintin, who handled my 'difficult' egg requests like a champ—and by day two, he remembered the order and my name. What a way to start every morning! The entire staff, from Sam at the front desk, breakfast crew to the Pool Lagoon, is willing to go above and beyond to help. If you're looking for world-class service combined with a warm, home-away-from-home feeling, this is the place. Highly recommend!

Anna Chang

December 25, 2025

So inconsiderate of the guest staying at the hotel hosting private outdoor event with loudest music till 10pm. Requested for volume to be turned down but wasnt actioned. We were only told about limited acess to the area, never about the noise level. Very disapppinted being woken up by all the thumping beats. Although your events manager shouldn't have allowd the level of volume in the first place, if you had advise that loud music would go on till 10pm, I would have actually enjoyed the music and went to sleep afterwards. It's all about communicating to your guests. Edited: to make it worse, the alarm clock in the room went off at midnighit waking me up again. If there is a default alarm on the clock, it should be set to be turned off. Or if there was a Cinderella that used the room prior to us, you should have a procedure for housekeeping to turn off the alarms for the next guest. A very sleep deprived holiday! Otherwise, the hotel had facilties and programs for the kids including the lagoon, pools, beach toys, free icypoles and movie night. They were well thought out. Just another feedback - the kids programs were NOT communicated on check-in or in any other ways. I only could utilise the programs as I saw them on the website. I didn't mind less kids at the activities but a lot of families would have missed out on the fun activities.

David Barry

December 9, 2025

My wife and I recently stayed at the InterContinental Hotel at Sanctuary Cove and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The hotel is beautifully presented, peaceful, and feels like a true escape, but what really made the stay exceptional was the service, especially at the Fireplace Restaurant. A special shout-out to Rosalie, our expat french waitress, who was attentive and genuinely delightful. She struck the perfect balance of professionalism and friendliness, and her recommendations were spot on. She recommended trying an espresso martini in the Veranda bar prepared by another French expat, Nico, and I have to say it was probably the best we have had for a long time. And I’m not sure if we wandered into a luxury hotel or accidentally crossed into a little pocket of France. There seem to be French staff everywhere, not that we’re complaining, it certainly added a charming European touch, but I half expected someone wearing a beret to hand me a baguette with breakfast. Overall, a fantastic stay with exceptional service, it is highly recommended, and we will definitely return.


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12 Spaces Available At This Venue
The Grange

The Grange

As the darling of InterContinental’s meeting and events venues, The Grange shines with its distinct architectural design, from the cathedral-like ceiling and dramatic chandelier, to the private dining room and stunning panoramic terrace.
300
300
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Merino Room

Merino Room

With rustic French doors and contemporary interiors, the flexible Marino Room can be split into two or configured as one large room seating up to 100 theatre-style.
115
80
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Leicester Room

Leicester Room

With rustic French doors and contemporary interiors, the flexible Marino Room can be split into two or configured as one large room seating up to 100 theatre-style.
115
80
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Romney Room

Romney Room

With rustic French doors and contemporary interiors, the flexible Marino Room can be split into two or configured as one large room seating up to 100 theatre-style.
158
120
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Royal Garden Lounge

Royal Garden Lounge

Amidst tropical surrounds and lounging kangaroos, discover 3 exclusive Garden Lounges in the bushy grounds of the Resort. Tucked away in the Resort’s tropical gardens, the lounges deliver unparalleled privacy for up to 50 delegates. Entirely self-sufficient, enjoy a haven of seclusion with private bathroom facilities, private catering service with on-site kitchenette and floor-to-ceiling French windows intended to immerse delegates in the natural surrounds of Sanctuary Cove. Taking full advantage of the tropical location, each of the 3 Garden Lounges have wrap-around terraces perfect for break-away moments. Elevate morning tea, afternoon breaks or sophisticated cocktail receptions, by connecting your group with Sanctuary Cove’s exotic flora and fauna. Flexible room configuration Pilar-less design Private wrap-around balcony Entirely self-sufficient with private bathroom facilities Private catering service with on-site kitchenette Natural light Floor-to-ceiling French doors and windows to outdoor terrace and garden lawn 8.9 metre x 7.5 metre dimensions
40
40
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Fountain Terrace

Fountain Terrace

With the grandeur of The Great House as your backdrop, The Fountain Terrace is a unique cocktail reception surrounded by garden beds and deep-blue waters. Views stretch onto the Lagoon Beach for an unforgettable ambiance. Discover the unique ambiance of The Fountain Terrace and experience a backdrop to rival anything you’ve ever seen before. Occupying the paved terraces between the Lagoon Beach and The Great House, you will find a stunning platform for cocktail receptions, banquet dinners and welcome drinks for up to 200 guests. Allow the scent of Sanctuary Cove to inspire and delight your delegates – with photo opportunities aplenty! Unique setting for outdoor dinners and receptions Flexibility across morning, day and evening for events Sole use options Branding opportunities Floating Stages
140
200
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Lagoon Beach

Lagoon Beach

An experience like no other: imagine tiki torches lining the once-acre lagoon, a canopy of stars and a backdrop of fireworks upon the water. The Lagoon Beach is a unique location for memorable cocktail receptions and themed exhibitions. Discover limitless possibilities with the beauty, tranquillity and versatility of The Lagoon Beach. As one of the most iconic beach lagoons in Queensland and a canvas for imagination, this unique location offers use of its pristine white sands for gala dinners, cocktail receptions or corporate activities. The one-acre lagoon is also the perfect set for pop-up themed stages, thrilling jet-packing shows or a vista for fireworks to delight delegates. With tiki torches, marquees and more, talk to one of our dedicated meetings and event specialists to learn we can make The Lagoon Beach a sanctuary for your event. Flexibility across morning, day and evening for events Use of The Lagoon Beach for staging and pop-up activations Idea use for Insider Interactions (part of the InterContinental Insider Collection) Unique theming options
300
300
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Lagoon Beach Club Deck

Lagoon Beach Club Deck

We invite resort guests and visitors to enjoy the iconic outlook from our lagoonside deck whilst savouring meticulously crafted cocktails and a delectable menu featuring relaxed poolside favourites and fresh locally-sourced seafood. Lagoon Beach Club commands a breathtaking view of the resort’s expansive one-acre Lagoon Beach Pool. Discover an enticing selection of gourmet pizzas and casual poolside fare, complemented by a diverse range of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. Leisurely watch the day unfold from under the comfort of a pool deck umbrella or the shade of a nearby palm tree. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s Lagoon Beach Club is quintessential Gold Coast, where relaxation, indulgence and coastal living are celebrated together within one iconic destination. Please note, we welcome all guests and visitors to dine at Lagoon Beach Club. However, the use of resort pool facilities is exclusive to registered in-house guests, residents and Resort Pass holders only.
60
Price on Request
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Lagoon Beach Club

Lagoon Beach Club

We invite resort guests and visitors to enjoy the iconic outlook from our lagoonside deck whilst savouring meticulously crafted cocktails and a delectable menu featuring relaxed poolside favourites and fresh locally-sourced seafood. Lagoon Beach Club commands a breathtaking view of the resort’s expansive one-acre Lagoon Beach Pool. Discover an enticing selection of gourmet pizzas and casual poolside fare, complemented by a diverse range of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. Leisurely watch the day unfold from under the comfort of a pool deck umbrella or the shade of a nearby palm tree. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s Lagoon Beach Club is quintessential Gold Coast, where relaxation, indulgence and coastal living are celebrated together within one iconic destination. Please note, we welcome all guests and visitors to dine at Lagoon Beach Club. However, the use of resort pool facilities is exclusive to registered in-house guests, residents and Resort Pass holders only.
120
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Marina Lawn

Marina Lawn

Experience an outdoor venue with a gorgeous view of the Marina and the Superyachts. This space is versatile and can be themed for many events including the use of a marquee or barbeque. (Marquees are an additional cost).
300
300
Price on Request
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Botanical Room

Botanical Room

Based at the Sanctuary Cove Country Club. A lovely space for your meeting or event. Plenty of natural light with floor to ceiling windows on one side with a walk out undercover balcony overlooking the Palms Golf Course. The room has a fully dedicated bar to service your event.
120
180
Price on Request
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Palms Room

Palms Room

Based at the Sanctuary Cove Country Club. A lovely space for your meeting or event. Plenty of natural light with floor to ceiling windows on one side with a walk out undercover balcony with greenery views.
70
70
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Venue Hours

Monday07:00am-11:30pm
Tuesday07:00am-11:30pm
Wednesday07:00am-11:30pm
Thursday07:00am-11:30pm
Friday07:00am-11:30pm
Saturday07:00am-11:30pm
Sunday07:00am-11:30pm
Pricing Price on request

Event Types

AGMAwards DinnerChristmas PartyCocktail PartyConferenceCorporate FunctionCorporate OffsiteCorporate RetreatEnd of Financial Year PartyExhibitionFunctionGala DinnerNetworking EventProduct LaunchResidential ConferenceSchool FormalSeminarTrade ShowUniversity Ball